Definitions
- Describing a loud and harsh sound that is unpleasant to hear. - Referring to a strong and forceful tone of voice or speech. - Talking about an opinion or argument that is expressed in a loud and aggressive manner.
- Describing a high-pitched and piercing sound that can be uncomfortable or painful to hear. - Referring to a voice or speech that is sharp, loud, and often unpleasant. - Talking about an emotion or reaction that is expressed in a loud and exaggerated manner.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe sounds that are loud and unpleasant to hear.
- 2Both can be used to describe voices or speech that are harsh or irritating.
- 3Both can be used to describe emotions or reactions that are expressed in a loud and exaggerated manner.
What is the difference?
- 1Pitch: Strident refers to a loud and harsh sound that is often low-pitched, while shrill refers to a high-pitched and piercing sound.
- 2Tone: Strident emphasizes forcefulness and aggression, while shrill emphasizes sharpness and discomfort.
- 3Usage: Strident is more commonly used to describe speech or opinions, while shrill is more commonly used to describe sounds or voices.
- 4Connotation: Strident can have a negative connotation of being overly aggressive or unpleasant, while shrill can have a negative connotation of being annoying or grating.
- 5Frequency: Shrill is more commonly used than strident in everyday language.
Remember this!
Strident and shrill are both words used to describe loud and unpleasant sounds or voices. However, strident typically refers to a harsh and forceful tone of voice or speech, while shrill refers to a high-pitched and piercing sound. Additionally, strident is less common and often used to describe opinions or arguments, while shrill is more versatile and can be used to describe a wider range of sounds and voices.
